Songs with titles that start with “Za.” Great for karaoke and shiritori!
When you hear about songs whose titles start with “za,” what kinds of tracks come to mind?
Because it begins with a voiced consonant, some people may find it hard to form a clear image from the word.
Many songs that start with “za” include characters like 「残」 (zan) or the word “the” in their titles, and often feature passionate tunes or songs with poignant messages.
In this article, we’ve picked out songs across a wide range of genres—rock, pop, and more—that start with “za.”
Be sure to check out these numbers you can use for karaoke or even in word-chain games.
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Songs with titles starting with 'za'. Also recommended for karaoke and shiritori! (21–30)
That’s My LifeL.L BROTHERS
An authentic R&B number by L.L BROTHERS where low-centered beats intertwine with a crisp, satisfying swing.
It wraps you in the exhilaration of cruising through the city at night, and your heart can’t help but dance.
The track seems to embody their unwavering way of life and pride—charging forward on the path they believe in.
Released in November 2004, it was included as the lead track on their album “Back Again,” which marked their return to the major scene.
Crafted by the duo themselves from the track-making up, it’s a song that serves as a declaration of intent.
Whether you want to sink into the music in a dimly lit room or need a boost the night before starting something new, this one is sure to give you that extra push.
The Loco-MotionLittle Eva
It’s a classic dance tune with an irresistibly bright, exuberant melody! The lyrics invite everyone to line up and dance like a steam train, and combined with Little Eva’s lively vocals, it puts a smile on every listener’s face.
Released as a single in June 1962, it hit No.
1 on the U.S.
charts that August.
Cover versions by Grand Funk Railroad and Kylie Minogue were also big hits, and it was used in the film Inland Empire, so many people across generations have likely heard it.
Sing it with the simple choreography and your room will instantly feel like a ’60s dance party—truly impressive! Add it to your repertoire as a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for livening up any karaoke session.
Songs whose titles start with “Za”. Also great for karaoke and shiritori! (31–40)
The Bdst.aimi
Over a tight beat that blends seamlessly into the city nightscape, aimi’s supple yet powerful vocals resound.
Then come the lyrics that declare “I’m the best,” the kind that give you a push just by listening.
Perhaps it’s the soulful expressiveness in her voice that makes this message strike so deeply.
This track opens the EP “Empower.Embrace,” released in January 2025.
The work portrays a resolve to walk one’s own path without being swayed by others’ judgments, gently stirring a sense of energy for tomorrow.
It’s the perfect song for when you want to fire yourself up at the end of the day, or for a night when you want to feel a little bolder.
The BloomDavinci
The rock band Davinci is the group that Ayase—now famous as the composer for the nationally beloved unit YOASOBI—once belonged to.
Formed with classmates when he was 16 in high school, this band marked the starting point of his musical career, performing primarily in their local area with a rock-based sound.
Ayase later won accolades such as the 65th Japan Record Awards Composer Award and the JASRAC Award for songs like Yoru ni Kakeru and Idol as part of YOASOBI.
In 2021, he was also appointed Ube Furusato Ambassador.
It’s recommended not only for fans of YOASOBI’s music, but also for anyone who wants to experience the roots of a creator.
The beginning of the worldDomoto Koichi
This track is defined by a grand, uplifting sound that hints at the dawn of a new world.
Its powerful beat and dramatic arrangement intertwine to deliver a sense of exhilaration, as if you’re watching the opening of a fantasy film.
Featured as the lead track on the sixth album “RAISE,” released in September 2025, it’s the kind of song that gives you strength when you’re starting something new or need to reset and move forward.
A powerful pop number that rings with hope for the future.
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There’s a rock ballad that sings of an unchanging bond with a loved one and hope for the future.
Even as time passes and circumstances change, the universal message that the feelings for the other person remain the same strikes a chord with listeners.
The sentimental lyrics—mingling anticipation for the future with a touch of loneliness—are gently yet powerfully conveyed by vocalist Taka’s emotional voice, making this a classic.
The song is included on their sixth album, Jinsei×Boku=, released in March 2013.
It’s also well known for having been written as the theme song for the film Good Morning Everyone! (G’mor Evian!), starring Yo Oizumi and Kumiko Aso.
When you think of family or friends who live far away, listening to this track will warm your heart.
It’s a talisman-like song that quietly gives you a nudge as you take a new step forward.
The Magic of HalloweenTsuchiya Anna
This slightly mature rock number comes from Anna Tsuchiya—who is active as both a model and an actress.
Her husky, powerful vocals vividly portray a bewitching yet beautiful nocturnal world where vampires gather.
The track is included on her October 2014 mini-album “LUCIFER,” released to mark the 10th anniversary of her solo debut.
Since the title track was used in a commercial for the horror game “The Evil Within,” she also performed it live at the album’s release event.
If run-of-the-mill songs don’t do it for you and you want to immerse yourself in a true gothic horror atmosphere, this is the perfect choice for the night.